1989 Audi 90 vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Audi 90.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | 90 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
